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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Senior Alyssa Leonard, who led Northwestern with 3 goals, carries the ball into North Carolina’s third on Monday. Leonard also led the team with three draw controls.

Lacrosse: Northwestern takes down No. 1 North Carolina for 300th program win

March 31, 2014

In a game featuring two teams with a storied rivalry, rankings did not matter much Monday afternoon. No. 7 Northwestern (6-3) technically upset No. 1 North Carolina (11-1) 7-5 in the Cats' Lakeside...

Spring Sports Guide: Lacrosse: After loss of stars, Northwestern ‘all in this together’

February 25, 2014

Junior starting goalkeeper Bridget Bianco — a self-described impatient goalie — isn't one for mincing words. "I think it's just a stepping stone. It's in the past now," she said. "It was nice, and...

Senior draw specialist Alyssa Leonard reaches for the ball against Penn in last season’s Senior Day contest. Leonard pulled for 10 draw controls in Sunday’s season opener and now has the most career draw controls of any active Division I women’s player with 316.

Lacrosse: Kate Macdonald’s late goal gives Northwestern season-opening win against Virginia

February 9, 2014

Sunday's game against Virginia marked the beginning of a new season, but featured the same old Northwestern. In their first contest since coach Kelly Amonte Hiller received a contract extension through...

Erin Fitzgerald looks to score on senior day. Fitzgerald led Northwestern's offense this year with 59 goals, while juniors such as Kat DeRonda, Kelly Rich, and Kate Macdonald played supporting roles.

Lacrosse: Northwestern plays a solid season, disappoints in tournament

May 29, 2013

Northwestern had its shortest season since 2005 this year after failing to advance past its quarterfinal matchup against North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament. The regular season also tested the Wildcats...

Northwestern midfielder Taylor Thornton has scored 28 goals this season. The Wildcats are seeking their eighth national title in nine years this weekend.

Lacrosse: Northwestern looks to demonstrate growth in 9th Final Four appearance

May 23, 2013

It is only fitting that Northwestern drew North Carolina for its semifinal matchup, the first game of the Wildcats' ninth consecutive trip to the Final Four. Friday afternoon's contest in Philadelphia...

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